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The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28
Local Institute.

Pursuant to an announcement j. s
Grimes Supt. held an institute at Milville
Jan, '22d for Madison, Pine, Hemlock, Mt
Pleasant and Greenwood townships.
Institute was called to order by Supt
Grimes. II. w. Ewes was appointed secre
| tary. Prof. H. Clark of Berwick conducted
the devotional exercises including reading
from 7th chapter of Matthew and prayer.
Address of welcome to the teachers by
Frances NJ. Ewes, an excellent essay sub
ject especial Preparation of Teacher" by
Miss Ray Shultz, next essay by Mr.. Eyre
Allan subject progress Of Education il
Business. Recitation "The Bells" by Mr..
John Bruner. Remarks by II. w. Ewes or
school work.
The chairman announced the following
question for general discussion. Resolved.
That the minimum school term should be
six months. Messrs Chandle Ewes, Rich.
ard Whitmoyer, Ezra Ewes, r. L. Rich
and Professors Noetlng and Clark partici
pated.
Institute adjourned until 1880 p. m. The
chairman requested those in attendance to
be punctual.
The first period of the afternoon was
occupied by Miss Edith Cutler of Green
wood Seminary in class exercise in his
torical, physical and descriptive geography
OF some of the N. E. states, followed by
Miss Lizzie Amber of the same institution
in class exercise in language.
Annie c. Dorlsnd principal of Greenwood
Seminary then read an essay, subject,
"What Constitutes True Education" This
was the most able paper read before the
institute. 1t was the ripe experience and
observations made by a veteran in the
work, the true aim and line of thought ex-
pressed, being the training of the physical,
moral and the intellectual, neither to be
developed at the expense of the other.
After recess Of several minutes Prof
Clark of Berwick addressed teachers and
directors on their combined duties. His
remarks were timely and well chosen and
enlisted the attention Of the entire aud.
fence. Recitation, Excelsior, by Miss
c. NJ. Turrell Prof Noetling with his
personal faculty Of being always instant
and in reason as an educator next dwell
upon the many advantages OF a thorough
education. Miss Candace Brown read an
essay upon Language. Reading was dis.
cussed in brief manner by Henry Rote.
Then the discussion upon the resolutions
offered in the morning was resumed and
the sentiments expressed preponderating
in the negative. A very large attendance
OF teachers and friends Of educators were
present. The Millville choir furnished
choice music at frequent intervals.
II. w. Ewes, Sec.
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Proprietary Medicines.

A visit to DR.. Green's Labratory, at
Woodbury., N. j., has considerably chang
ed our views, and especially our p-eju-
dices in regard to what are generally
known as STANDARD Patent Medicines 1"
OF course we are getting to that age in life
when we are forced to believe life itself is
humbug, and naturally distrust anything
tina. has not withsIood long and tried ex-
perienccs Being a physician l had the
curiosity to know how such a sale OF two
medical preparations could be sustained
for so many years. The perfect system
upon which the business is conducted, anG
The pharmaceutical arran gements for the
manufacture of the two recipes with which
we were made acquainted, are sufficiently
co onvincing to us that the August Flower,
for Dyspepsia and Liver Complaints, and
Boschec's German Syrup, for Throat and
Lung Trouble, were for the complaints
they are recommended. most excellent
remedies, and only regret that in much of
our practice, medical ethics prevent us
from prescribing them without making the
formulas public. When we were shown
the great quantity of voluntary letters hsv-
ing been forwarded DR.. Dreeu, from all
parts OF the country, and from all classes
of people, lawyers, minister and doctors,
giving a description of ther ailments, testi-
monials of their cures, etc, feel like en-
dorsing Dr. Green's suggestion tina. the
Government accept such valuable formulas
and license them for general use by giving
protection to the inventor same as patents
generally.-C0pied from N Y. Druggists Cir
cuiar Of Oct. 1886.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

Weather prophets are saying there will
be no more sleighing; but weather proph-
cts do not know how soon well get anoth-
er snow.
Last Thursday Dennis Pursel took a load
OF married women up to Lightstreet to
visit Mrs. Annie Henrie. ave had lots OF
fun-but-my, was afraid on the Ice up
the creek. stood up all the time, ready
to leap odt."
licmlock Grange was favored with a
visit from Bloom Grange in the persons OF
VIM, Bidleman and Geo. Correll.
'Tis pleasant sure to see ones name in
print; although sometimes there's nothing
in it. For this reason we will omit the
names of this event. Friday evening two
OF our young men were coasting on the
public road known as Winners hill, which
was in prim. order for snch sport. They
occupied their sled after the fashion of
cord-wood, one stick upon an another,
Their heads ahead, away they flew at a
fearful rate. Apprehending danger at the
foot of the hill the occupants concluded
they had better stop, so they steered for
the snow at the side, when their slid be-
came stubborn and suddenly stopped, but
its load went on, injuring their nasal or
gans to such an extent that they are
ashaTed of them. Boys see no danger
until it is too late. Both might have been
killed.
Saturday evening a Danville party on
their way to Fred Miller's, upset near
Jacob Harris and broke wheel all in
pieces.
Mr.. Samuel Hutchings Sr,, was buried
last Sunday afternoon Death caused by
the bursting of blood vessel in the act of
coughing. Deceased has suffered some
time with consumption.
Rev Manhart preached an excellent SER
mon in Lutheran church Sunday afternoon.
Mr. Bertch, the Valley teacher has or.
gan lied Literary Society in that district.
Much interest is manifested and good
meetinQs reported. Mr.. Bcrtch halls from
Snyder county,
Election is coming, Hark! the candi-
date is humming. We have not yet heard
OF the bosses, as to when they'll hold their
caucus.
The Buckhorn schools will hold joint
rhetorical exercises on this Friday after
noon. A cordial invitation Is extended to
ALL
Rev. Mr.. Sahm, Of Boalsburg, Centre Co ,
Pa. will preach at the various points on
the Espy charge as follows: Feb. 18th. at
7 o'clock p. m. at New Columbus. Feb.
18th, at 10 o'clock a. m, Buckhorn; at
o'clock p. m., Mt. Pleasant at 7 O'Clock
p, m. Espy.
Mrs. Chas Shaffnr is lying dangerously
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

Argument WAS heard in the U. s. Circuit
Court at Pittsburgh on the 2lst, in the case
Of q. b. Brockway, administrator OF B. 3.
Brockwsy, against the Connecticut Mutual
Life Insurance Company. The case has
been In Court in various forms, being first
taken there by d. F. Seyhert, who took ou,
4 l0, 900 Of insurance on the life Of B. s.
Brockway. Seybert was defeated because
he had no insurable interest, and he tried
again on a forged note, and subsequently
on forged will to set up an insurable in
tsrest.
Many allegations were made at the trial
and the jury, after long and wearisom'
hearing, decided In favor Of the insur
ance company. The case of Seyber
against the insurance company was
thus ended. A short time age
Charles b. Brockway, as administrator OF
his fathers estate and representing hi
heirs, brought suit against the insurance
company to recover the amount OF insur
ance. The defendants filed demurrer t,
the suit OF the plaintiff, and in the Circuit
Court an argument was held upon it. The
Court took the papers and reserved decis
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The Omaha Daily World thus describes
Rev. Louis zahner's church,
The new Episcopal church OF All Saints
at 25th and Howard streets, approaches
completion, and the Roosevelt organ is in
course Of erection. Within month the
church Will be ready for service 1t ia
built after a quaint but attractive Gothic
style, the roof sloping to the caps of the
windows, which are headed in trefoils.
The large windows at the chancel end and
at the west end OF the church are rich and
ornamental. The bodies of the Windows
at the sides are composed of square panes
OF stained hammered glass In yellows and
blues and jewcled. The wainscot and roof
are composed OF yellow pine, the walls
painted a terra Gotta and the organ case
and pews are carved OAK.
The northwest corner has been temper
arily fitted up for a robing room for the
surplice choir, but next season it is pro-
posed to build a rector's study and a school
at the southwest Of the church, which will
include robing rooms. The exterior of the
church Is painted dark myrtle green, the
roof being relieved with band of dark
red.
The rector has been on the ground for
some months, and the choir has been re-
hearsing for long time, consequently
when the church is open there will be next
to no organizing to do.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

About five O'Clock on Tuesday morning
it was discovered that the desk factory
works were on fire and in little over an
hour they were entirely swept away by the
fury OF t he confagration. The Friendship
ard Rescue fire apparatus were promptly
on hand soon after the alarm was raised
but could render but little assistance as
they had not sufficient hose, and but a
single plug to attach to. The loss is about
fifteen thousand dollars, covered by an in
surance in the neighborhood of $4,000 max
ing the actual loss to the company $1,000.
The cause OF ignition is shrouded in mys-
terry. Mr.. Antes reliable man was the
wstchman Of the works and divided his
attention between them and the Woolen
Mill by the owners of which he was also
employed. We are informed that there
were three stoves in the foundry depart
ment the pipes OF which, instead of being
continued up through the roof, stopped
short of it and discharged the smoke IN the
building and the inner surface OF the room
being lined with sheet iron, no danger was
apprebended. 1t is evident from the testi-
mony of those first present that the fire
originated in the foundry department either
from the inside, from these stoves, or on
the outside through the act Of an incend-
iary. The directors Of the company held
meeting on Tuesday evening and passed
resolution to commence the work Of re-
building at once. The Winons Hose car
riage was not out. as the company had not
enough hose to reach the fire. and owing
to the difference in size, was unable to con-
meet with the leather hose, no reducers
having been provided by the town authori-
ties
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28
Hancock's Last Letter.

The following is the last letter written by
Gen. W. S. Hancock, three days before his
death. General Mulholand referred to,
commanded regiment at Gettysburg, and
will delineate the Battle of Gettysburg,
at the Opera House next Monday and
Tuesday;
GovKRNoR's ISLAND, n. Y, Feb 6, 1886.
Mr.. MATT. MORGAN,
Studio Burnet Woods Park, Cincinnati, o.
My DEAR SIR;-Your favor, although
dated January II, was only received by me
on the S0th ultimo, and my confinement to
the house since that date by temporary
Indisposiiion, has further delayed this ac-
acknowledgement.
In answer to your inquiry would sug.
gest as your military adviser and critic
General st. Clair A. Mulholland, of Pbila-
delphia, who was an officer of distinction
during the civil war and is a painter oi
some repute.
He has just returned to this country from
a residence OF several years abroad in Lon,
don and Paris chiefly, and is engaged,
believe, in writing some war papers fol
''The Century" At this moment can
think OF no one who would BE freer from
bias or more useful to you.
am, very truly yours,
w, s. HANCOCK.
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Personal.

Judge Elwell is slowly improving in
health.
Guy Jacoby, Esq, spent last Sunday in
Philadelphia.
Gen. st. Clair A. Mulholand is register
ed at the Exchange.
Rev.W. c. Leverett attended convocation
at Williamsport this week.
l. w. Hartman is still confined to his
house with sciatic rheumatism.
C.E. Reice has his brother John of
Philadelphia, helping him in the butcher
ing business
Mr.. Fritz did not go to Harrisburg this
week until Wednesday, as he was suffering
from severe cold.
Mrs. A. A. MARBLE, OF Bridgeport, is
with he r sister, Mrs. Harman, whose phys
ical condition does not improve.
James M. Fritz, Esq, who was admitted at
last term OF Court, has concluded to hang
out his shinge at Nanticocke.
Edward Raw lings, who has been laid up
for some weeks past with iuhammatory
rheumatism in his lower limbs, is improv-
ing and at present able to set up,
Mr.. and Mrs. James Brugler, Missouri,
are visiting relatives here. Mr.. Brugl,r
read law with Col. Freeze many years ago,
and shortly after his admission went west,
where he has acquired q large law practice.
A. E. Chaplin, Esq, who read law with
Hon. G. r. Buckslew and was admitted in
this county, visited Bloonsburg on Friday
He is loca' ed at Nantcoke, where he holds
the Office of Justice of the Peace, and Is
building up fine practice.
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FOR RENT.

For RENT. Store rooms and private
DIV ellings. (2U 5. G. SHIvR'
For RENT OR SALE.-Two store rooms
and dwellings, with the same, situated OF
Main street. Also, stable suitable fol-
livery, in Bloomsbury. Inquire of DR.. j
II. Evans. j2l.
For RENT.-The third floor of the Col
uMBIAN building, now occupied by N, s
Iingley Heated by steam, water on sec
ond floor, all conveniences. Possession
April 1st. Inquire of Geo. E. Elwell. [tf
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The Columbian
BLOOMSBURY, PA
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 2S, 1887.
SALES.

FEBRUARY 12.-Harman Fahringer and
Isaiah Hover, Administrators of the estate
of Reuben Fahringer, deceased will sell
valuable property on the premises in Lo.
Gust township, at one O'Clock p. M Sec
advertisement.
FEB 1.-Geo. W. Farver, administrator
of Cathsrine Farver, will sell real estate in
Jackson township at 2p. IN.
AT PRIVATE SALE. - Several lots in
Bloomsbury, belonging to NJ. b. 81 l.. AS
sociation.
For SALR.-Three Scotch collie pups
Also farm to rent. Inquire of j. How
ard Kline, Orangeville, Pa.
$1600-In very easy payments will buy
a one hundred acre farm, good new house,
large new bank barn, excellent spring
water, convenient to rail road. Apply to
d51tf KNoRR & WINTRRsTEEN.
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Clubbing Rates.

We offer the following club rates for
1887: COLUMBIAN and N. Y Weekly World
one year, with History OF the World,
$2. 40; worth $400.
COLUMBIAN and Philadelphia Weekly
Times one year, S2,75; regular price $500
The american Farmer will be sent one,
year, or the N. Y. Weekly World six
months, free, to all old subscribers who
pay up back subscription and one year in
advance, and to new subscribers who pay
in advance. This offer is goodIonly for a
short time. Avail yourselves of it at once
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The regular monthly meeting of the
Gospel Temperance Union will be held In
the Baptist church Tuesday evening al
half past seven o'clock at which time Miss
Narcissa E. White, national lecturer Of the
W. G. T. U, of the United States will de.
liver her lecture 'Save the Boy" Every.
body is invited as the lecture is free.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28
DIED.

KELLER.-In Orangeville, on January
8, 1887, Samuel Keller, aged about 76 yrs.
MELICK. - In Orange township, on JAN
uary IA, 1887, Samuel Melick, aged 80
years, IL months and 4 days.
CRAWFORD In Centre township, on
January II, 1887, Phillip Samuel Crawford,
aged 20 years, month ana days.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

Saturday morning, NJ. NJ. Adams, OF
Goldsboro, while leaving the Exchange
Hotel for the purpose of taking the early
morning train north, slipped upon the ice
on the steps and fell, striking the back part
of his head and receiving severe cash.
The wound bled profusely but was prompt
ly attended and Mr.. Adams enabled to
start home on the next train.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The Water company has been censured
for not furnishing a stronger pressure Of
water at the two recent fires. AT Dentler's
the stream barely reached the second foo T
and at the School Furnishing Works it did
not reach over thirty feet. Either there
the time, or the pipes were blocked with
mud, or the firemen did not turn on full
head at the plug. If the first be the case
the company is justly ccnsured, otherwise
the lack of pressure was not their fault.
One thing, however, is certain, and that
is that the town is paying for fire protec-
ton that 1t does not get, and the reason
why should be made subject of immedi-
ate investigation. At Dentlers a greater
pressure was not needed, and at the School
works it would have been of but little use,
as there was but one single plug within
reach, so that only one stream could be OBJ
tanned. But the time may come when all
the pressure and all the water will be need
ed, and it will be too late then to stop to
inquire what is the matter. The Town
Council should refer this subject to the
Committee on Water, who should give it
their immediate attention. In the mean
time all censure should be reserved until it
Is definitely ascertained where the difficulty
is From the best information at hand,
what is needed is better cooperation be-
tween the town authorities and the Water
company, more thorough knowledge on the
part Of the fremen as to the use OF plugs
aid better observance of the regulations
of the fire department so that every man,
woman and child will not attempt to give
orders at u fire.
The investigation should he conducted
for the purpose OF ascertaining what is for
the best interests OF the town in securing
the most complete fire protection, and not
simply with the object Of censuring some
one for alleged bad management.
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Instruction iu music,

Mrs. NJ. A. Smith gives lessons in vocal
and instrumental music. She will be pleas
ed to oall on any one desiring information
as TO terms, who viii notify her, or can be
found for the present at Judge Elwells.
She has had many years experience as q
teacher, and has had charge of the music
department in high grade seminaries. law.
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Sweet Girl Grows a Triae Sour.
From the Omaha World,

From the Omaha World,
Sweet Girl-''And so you have been OF
the plains for ten years2"
Handsome Cow-boy-"Yes, this is th,
first time I've been back into real civiliza
tion."
"Now, please tell me, in that lonely lif,
so far removed from the refining influences
LIBERALIZATION, you know, what did you
miss most Z"
HOysteTsn
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The sacred cantata of "Jephthah and His
Daughter" will be presented at the Ber-
W ick Y. NJ. c. A. Hall on Friday and sat-
urdsy evenings, and Saturday afternoon
January 28 and &c. A chorus of one hun
dred voices supported by select orchestra
will render the music, in handsome CO.'S
tune. Admission IS, 25 and 35 cents.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

A meeting of the stockholders of the
School Furnishing Company, called for the
purpose of electing officers to serve for the
ensuin ng year, was held at the Secretary's
office in Dentler's building on last Friday
afternoon. The meeting, however, failed
to elect. number of committees were
chosen and the election was postponed to
February 4
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The quarterly meeting of the Ancient
Accepted Scottish Rite was held last week
in Masonic Hall, on Thursday and Friday.
A large number Of Masons were presen,
from distance. The degrees were con.
ferred on fifteen new members, and twenty
eight others were elected. This order is in
u tlourshing condition,
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How to Gain Flesh ana strength

Use after each meal scotts Emulsion 1t
is as palatsble as milk and easily dIgested
Delicate people improve rapidly with lis
use. For Consumption, Throat affections
and Bronchitis 1t is unequaled. DIR. Thos.
Prim, Ala, says; ~ used Soott's Emulsion
on child eight months old; he gained four
pounds In y month"
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The Post Master General has issued an
order that hereafter all Postal Notes shall
be written payable at "any Money Order
Office" Postal notes may now be sent to
any post office and redeemed at the nearest
Money Order Office
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The farm house Of William Witchey In
Beaver township was wholly destroyed by
fire on last Saturday afternoon. 1t is sup.
posed to have caught on the roof from the
chimney which was defective. Before aid
could be afforded not only the building
but nearly all of the household goods were
consumed. The loss to Mr.. Witchey Is
about $500 and no insurance.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

Prof. Niles has purchased o new tandem
that carries two persons. He and his
daughter, Miss Dora, made their first ap-
pearance on it on Nam street, on Tuesday.
When the roads settle in the Spring no
doubt they will get vast amount Of
healthful enjoyment out OF their vehicle.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

b. |. Price has opened an office in the
COLUMBIAN building where he can be con-
suited by persons needing spectacles or eye
glasses of any kind Prescriptions for
special glasses are filed by him. He also
takes orders for watches and jewelry.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The musicale given at the residence of
P. E. Writ, Esq, last Thursday evening by
the Young Ladies' Guild, was a very pleas
ant affair. There was some excellent sing
ing and instrumental music. This was the
first of series of similar entertainments
to be given before Lent. The proceeds
amounted to ten dollars.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The body of II child Of Marshall Moore,
formerly resident OF our town, was
brought here for interment in Rosemont
cemetery on last Saturday and buried at
noon. Rev. Bridenbaugh, of the Reformed
church, read the funeral service.
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

The crusade against high hats worn by
ladies at theatres is being carried on vigor.
ously in the city papers. II the press sue.
ceeds in abolishing the wearing of these
distractions at places Of amusement. it
will be entitled to the gratitude Of those
who want to see what is transpiring on the
ataUa
The Columbian. [volume] (Bloomsburg, Pa.) 1866-1910, 1887-01-28

Willie Samuels, aged about seven years,
while sliding on the ice in the race above
the Irondale furnace on Sunday afternoon,
broke through, and as the water is both
swift and deep, would have been drowned
had he not received immediate help. John
Fisher, or as he is better known by his
nickname, plymouth lad OF twelve
years, jumpedin and succeeded In rescuing
Samuels When he got him to the bank
Samuels was unconscious, but was soon
brought to by the vigorous exertions OF
Fisher and Eugene Hickey, who came to
his assistance.